Gullah Seasoning for Fried Foods

Gullah is the name for the African-American cuisine and culture of the Carolina Low Country — the region in and around Charleston and the coastal islands. Traditional Gullah cooking uses a special spice blend, similar to Cajun seasoning. It can also be used to season meat, fish, or omelets. Try this one for fried dishes or use the regular version. This recipe is adapted from Gullah Cuisine, by Charlotte Jenkins and William Baldwin. Gullah Cuisine restaurant is in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina.

Level:
Easy

Yield:
About 1 cup

Ingredients

¼ c. granulated garlic or garlic powder

¼ c. granulated onion or onion powder

¼ c. salt

¼ c. ground black pepper

1 tbsp. paprika

1 tsp. paprika

Directions

Combine all ingredients. Store in a tightly closed container. Will keep for 3 months in a dark cool place, or in the freezer for up to a year.